Sources have reported that a 65-year-old man, who was well-known and loved by his community, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting outside of his Harlem residence on Wednesday morning. The police have also confirmed this heartbreaking incident.
According to sources and police, Anthony Williams, who gained recognition for vending jerk chicken on the street, was present at West 142 Street and Lenox Avenue when an unidentified black car arrived and unleashed gunfire.
As per the NYPD, Williams was hit in the chest and rushed to Harlem Hospital in a critical state. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead later on.
Leah Middleton, the victim’s niece, expressed her sadness and admiration for her uncle, stating that he was a kind and friendly person who would often be found on the corner talking to people and selling food. She described him as a “good guy” and her words conveyed a sense of deep sorrow over his loss.
According to sources from the police department, it seems that the shooting was intended for a specific target.
Police have yet to determine the motive behind the incident and no arrests have been made at this time, according to authorities.
A tent had been set up by the police to cordon off an area on the street corner. Nearby, a makeshift memorial was created by the neighbors to pay their respects to the victim. It was a somber scene as the community mourned the loss.
As a child, Middleton shared a special bond with her uncle, who used to cook delicious breakfasts for the family. However, she is now at a loss to understand what caused the tragic shooting.
According to the niece, she had just seen him recently and he is a familiar face in the area. She noted that many people in the community know him and consider him to be a wonderful person. It is clear that he has made a positive impact on those around him.
According to Dolina Duzant, a community advocate residing across the street from the site, Williams was a loving family man and an overall kind-hearted person. Duzant shared that she would walk past his usual spot on the street every day on her way to the deli.
As per the woman’s words, it is impossible to speak ill of his character or his persona because his deeds spoke for themselves. He was constantly lending a helping hand to the community and was actively involved in doing good things for them.
In her statement, she referred to the shooter as a coward and urged them to come forward and take responsibility for their actions.
The news of the fatal shooting left Teresa Acevedo, a resident of the neighborhood, heartbroken. According to her, the victim, Williams, was a popular figure on the block and was known for his generous nature. She added that he was always willing to go out of his way to help others and would even give away his own shirt if someone needed it.
According to her, he would come out every morning and fill the air with his music. Not only that, but he also cooked food for everyone, making him a genuinely kind person.
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